Build Reliability Engineer (Starship)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

BUILD RELIABILITY ENGINEER (STARSHIP)

As a Build Reliability Engineer you will be part of a widely interdisciplinary team developing global manufacturing procedures maximizing quality through efficient production. You will employ reliability by any means necessary stretching your expertise in fabrication methods work instructions tooling design inspection procedures data gathering/visualization and broad collaboration. You will build new processes from the ground up and routinely grade/improve execution of existing processes driving continuous production improvement and ultimately be responsible for build-induced vehicle risk.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop manufacturing integration assembly welding NDE cleanliness and checkouts processes from the ground up then enforce consistency across different work centers
• Design and implement tooling for work access mechanical/avionics/propulsion testing build fixturing lifting & rigging and fluids
• Define and document inspection requirements and procedures
• Create training for production and inspection processes
• Author planning test plans and training to execute processes and collect data ensuring efficient and stable quality at increasing production volumes
• Contain non-conforming hardware in collaboration with quality production and design groups to ensure systemic issues are corrected and risk is managed for the fleet
• Work closely with design teams to improve DFM and requirement fulfillment
• Aggressively modify requirements and manufacturing process where design intent and production rate are incompatible
• Conduct build quality reviews to identify repeat and high impact issues. Drive corrective action within and outside of your work center

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering aerospace engineering materials engineering manufacturing engineering chemical engineering electrical engineering or physics
• 1 years in manufacturing quality and/or design engineering role (student project team or internship experience qualifies)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with the build assembly or integration of structures avionics valves fluid system components actuators thermal protection systems or other aerospace components
• Mechanical tooling or component design and design for manufacturability
• Proficiency with 3D CAD Software such as NX SolidWorks or CATIA
• Knowledge of mig tig laser stud spot or robot welding techniques as well as visual penetrant x-ray EMAT or other NDT processes
• Involvement in a collegiate or hobby design project (Formula SAE rocketry etc)
• Proficiency with SQL and Power BI or other database/query/data visualization suite
• You thrive in a hands-on environment and are hungry to step out of the office onto the shop floor
• Knowledge of metallic manufacturing techniques processes and equipment related to machining bending forming casting additive manufacturing fastening drilling and/or bonding
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with partners/customers from a diverse set of engineering disciplines

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work extended hours weekends and offsite as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Level I: $100000.00 - $115000.00/per year

Level II: $110000.00 - $135000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short and long-term disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual carryover and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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